Malling June 2023 local Oracle

ISSUE 231

DISTRIBUTION 19,000 HOMES & BUSINESSES

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Dear Readers

Suite 159, 80 Churchill Square Business Centre, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4YU Jane Accounts/Sales m: 07912 878830 t: 01732 521494 Anna Artwork/Sales m: 07939 248983 t: 01732 795777 info@thelocaloracle.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

Cut off date for advertising in the July edition is 15th June

June already and the longest day on the 21st! We have a bumper issue for this month including some great new advertisers, information on local healthchecks and more events than you might have days for so do grab a glass of something sparkly and relax in the garden while you have a flick through. the local Oracle is delivered every month to 19,000 homes an businesses in Addington, Aylesford, Birling, Ditton, East Malling, Holborough, Kings Hill, Larkfield, Leybourne, Leybourne Lakes, Mereworth, Offham, Ryarsh, Snodland, Wateringbury and West Malling.

We are proud to include some of the best businsses in Kent, some of them run by families, some start ups and some established over many years. If you are reading this and would like to reach our audience, then please do contact either of us for more information. We have flexible packages to suit all budgets.

As always you can find all our advertisers and the online edition on our website www.thelocaloracle.co.uk. We share information on our social media pages which can easily be found.... facebook.com/thelocaloracle or Twitter.com/thelocaloracle and www.linkedin.com/ company/the-local-oracle.

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Florist*

Solicitors

Fostering*

Taxi Service

Accountants

Garage Doors

Tree Surgery

Air Ambulance

Garden Landscapers*

Upholstery

Bathroom Installations

Garden Services

Will Writing & Estate Planning

Blinds

Gas & Heating Services

Windows

Broadband & Sockets

Gutter Cleaning & Repairs

Building Services

Hairdressing - mobile*

USEFUL NUMBERS p38

Business Insurance

Halls for Hire

EVENTS p39

Business Opportunity

Handyman

Car Body Repairs

Healthcare/Hearing

Car Sales

Healthchecks*

Car Service & Repairs

House Signs

Carers Required

Housing

Cut off date for July 2023

Carpentry*

Karate

15th June 2023

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Kitchens*

Cats Protection

Lasting Power Of Attorney

Charity

Leaflet Distribution

Childcare

Locksmith

Chiropody & Podiatry

Loft Ladders & Hatches

Citizens Advice*

Malling Action Partnership*

Cleaning Services

Mobile Phone & Tablet Repairs

Community Centre*

Mortgages*

Community Sports Club

Osteopath*

Computer Support*

Oven Cleaners

Conservatories

Plastering

Decorators

Plumbers

Double Glazing Repairs

Printers

Driveway/Patio Cleaning & Repairs

Restaurant*

Electricians

Roofing

Events*

Running Club

Executive Cars

Scrap Metal Clearance

Fencing

Shutters

* New Advertisers

Delivery - 1st week of month

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Malling Accountancy Limited

a: West Malling t: 01732 792349 e: peter.stevens@mallingaccountancy.co.uk www.mallingaccountancy.co.uk Chartered Accountants.

Free Initial Consultation.

Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships. Accounts, Tax, VAT, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Property Landlords & Service Charges.

Self Assessment Tax Returns, Charity Accounts.

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BROADBAND/PHONE SOCKETS

Air Ambulance

Broadband/Phone Sockets

a: Rochester City Airport, Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD t: 01634 471900 e: hello@aakss.org.uk www.aakss.org.uk There are a wide range of ways you can help Air Ambulance. See their adverts or visit their website today.

(See Colour Ad On Page 27)

TO ADVERTISE HERE CALL 01732 795777 or 01732 521494

m: 07845 705900 Why pay service provider prices for internal faults?

- New phone/broadband extentions.

- Fault finding repairs/Improve broadband speeds.

- Cat 5 wiring - Internal/external re-routing/tidying of cables prior to double glazing.

Established 2009 25 years BT Engineer Fully Insured.

BUILDING SERVICES

Full Spectrum Construction Services Ltd

m: 07974 572 891 e: tom@fscs-construction.co.uk www.fscs-construction.co.uk All jobs considered.

Anything from patios, extensions, barn conversions, new build, warehouses etc. No job too small.

Based in Addington near West Mallling.

Polite friendly team, fully insured.

CIOB and RICS registered.

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

TaxAssist Accountants

Bathroom Solutions

M C Construction

t: 0845 5212241 or 01732 221960 c: Gary Richards e: garyrichards@taxassist.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

m: 07908 021913 c: David Bartholomew e: bathroomsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com f/b: @Bathroomsolutionslarkfield

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 e: m-c-construction@hotmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

Call 01732 795777 or email info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

Complete bathroom installs, supply and design or fit only.

Plumbing, tiling, splash panels, plastering, electrical work.

All types of floors fitted.

No obligation quotes. Over 15 Yrs Exp. Public liability insured.

ACCOUNTANTS

BATHROOM INSTALLATIONS

BUILDING SERVICES

The Accountancy Practice

Nightingale Bathrooms

Paul Tann Ltd

TO ADVERTSE

a: Suite 21, 10 Churchill Square, Kings Hill, ME19 4YU t: 01732 897929 c: Neil Craig e: neil@theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk www.theaccountancypracticeltd.co.uk Free 1 hour consultation Fixed Fee Quotes Limited companies Sole Traders/Partnerships Self Assessment/Tax Returns Bookkeeping, VAT, Payroll

t: 01732 652052 www.nightingalebathrooms.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 24) BLINDS

Penumbra Blinds & Solar Control Ltd t: 01892 825522 m: 07767 326211 e: stuart@penumbrablinds.com www.penumbrablinds.com (See Colour Ad On Page 24)

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m: 07873 965231 c: Paul e: info@paultann.co.uk www.paultann.co.uk Specialising in foundations, drainage and all types of paving.

Fully insured.

All work guaranteed.

Established over 20 years.

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BUILDING SERVICES

CAR BODY REPAIRS

R Blackman General Maintenance

Autospray Solutions

t: 01892 838668 m: 07887 948430 c: Richard Blackman e: rblackman040665@gmail.com

Roofing, guttering, PVC fascias, soffits, leadwork, chimney repairs and brickwork.

Interior and exterior painting.

Patios & driveways and conservatory bases.

BUILDING SERVICES

The Small Works Building Company m: 07703 061572 c: Anthony Hale e: anthonynhale@hotmail.com

* No job too small! Replacing one sbrick or paving slab. * Specialist in brickwork, ragstone, * paving, pointing, extensions, * garages etc. * Fully insured. * Over 30 years experience.

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t: 01622 727263 e: info@autospraysolutions.co.uk www.autospraysolutions.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

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Celebrating 19 Years!

CARPENTRY

Maddox Carpentry

m: 07884 421650 www.maddoxcarpentry.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

CAR SALES

CARPENTRY

Kings Hill Car Sales

Red Carpentry

Good quality cars, bought and sold.

Specialist vehicle sourcing.

Company vehicle sourcing.

All makes available.

Please ring for help.

Exterior & interior doors & frames supplied and fitted.

All types of windows.

Solid & laminate flooring.

All types of carpentry work undertaken.

Over 30 years experience.

t: 01622 751447 m: 07896 904056 c: Richard Dillon

a: Kings Hill Car Sales North Lodge 584 Malling Road West Malling Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 220540 www.kingshillcarsales.co.uk

CAR SERVICE & REPAIR

Classified Ads from £15pm BUSINESS INSURANCE

Westfield Insurance

m: 07753 335044 c: Richard Hills e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

Kings Hill Garage Limited

a: North Lodge, 584 Malling Road, West Malling, Kent ME19 4PU t: 01732 849322 www.kingshillgarage.co.uk MOT’s while you wait Servicing for all cars and LCV Repairs to all makes and models Fault diagnosis Tyres at competitive prices Aircon regas and repairs

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Homefresh

t: Freephone: 0800 6942024 (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

CARERS REQUIRED

CATS PROTECTION

Utility Warehouse Discount Club Authorised Partner

Carers Required

Bredhurst Kent Adoption Centre

t: 07885 167166 c: Carole Wright e: carole.uwclub@gmail.com Customer Link https://uw.partners/carole.wright/join Business Link https://uw.partners/carole.wright/partner - Free Training - Hours to suit you - More spare time - Extra income - Recession proof - Your own business.

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a: Kings Hill t: 07912 878830 Carers required for two young adults who are wheelchair bound, non-verbal and are fully dependant on others.

Includes all personal care and feeding as well as providing sensory activities. Weekday, weekend and occasional night cover available.

Based in Kings Hill.

a: Matts Hill Rd, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 7XA. t: 01634 232471 e: bredhurst@cats.org.uk www.cats.org.uk/bredhurst

Our centre consists of separate areas for admissions, rehoming and maternity.

Every cat receives exceptional care and all are microchipped, vaccinated and neutered before rehoming.

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CHARITY

CLEANING SERVICES

COMMUNITY SPORTS CLUB

Royal British Legion Industries

Castle Cleaning

Kings Hill Football Club.

t: 01622 795986 e: fundraising@rbli.co.uk www.rbli.co.uk/give

m: 07920 840972 c: Dean Baker e: info@castle-cleaning.co.uk www.castle-cleaning.co.uk

Looking after our nation’s heroes in your local community for over 100 years. With your support, we can be here for 100 more.

Small family run business using state of the art equipment to clean carpets, upholstery, patio, driveways, stone floors, conservatories and caravans.

CHILDCARE

CLEANING SERVICES

St Helens Montessori

Ofsted Outstanding Nursery Ages 2 - 5 Beautiful rural setting Early Years Funding 01622 721731 www.sthelensmontessori.co.uk CHIROPODY & PODIATRY

Sirita Sen Podiatry HCPC registered

a: Kings Hill Sports Park, ME19 4QP fb: kingshillfootball www.kingshillfc.org Providing football for boys and girls from age 5 through to adults.

We offer football for all abilities including, boys, girls, men’s, women’s, frame football, walking football and disability football inc. SEN. Kings Hill FC are proud to be celebrating our 20 year anniversary in 2023.

COMPUTER SUPPORT

AA Computer Services

Weekly/fortnightly cleaning from £16.25 ph Philippa 07841 392953 cleanhomeuk.com/westkent Local since 2012 CLEANING SERVICES

GLEAMING CLEANING

t: 01732 247003 m: 07904 910400 e: info@aa-computerservices.co.uk www.aa-computerservices.co.uk Complete Home and Small Business computer and network services.

Microsoft Certified Professional.

From PC advice, repairs & installations to websites and networks (including wireless) No fix - No fee!

COMPUTER SUPPORT

Design Magic

m: 07875 078371 e: sirita.sen@gmail.com www.kingstreettherapyrooms.co.uk www.siritasenpodiatry.com Lunula laser treatments for fungal nails.

Hard skin removal. Verruca treatment.

Orthotics. Diabetic foot assessments.

Ingrowing toenail surgery.

Surgical referrals.

Corn removals and nail cutting.

Health promotion and holistic health advice including exercise referrals.

Always busy? No time for cleaning?

Ovens NEED to be deep cleaned!

Ironing pile getting bigger?

Garden that never stops growing?

Hoovering & dusting getting you down?

Call us to leave your house gleaming!

Need any painting or decorating?

No job too BIG or too SMALL! For a professional 1-2-1 service with A Smile Free quotation 1st clean 10% Off

CITIZENS ADVICE

COMMUNITY CENTRE

COMPUTER SUPPORT

The East Malling Centre

Meopham Leisure Centre

Home Computer Help

a: Chapman Way, East Malling t: 0808 278 7810

(See Colour Ad On Page 28)

DISTRIBUTORS

WANTED

Call Terri: 07486 860647 or 07769 996921

a: Wrotham Road, Meopham, Gravesend, Kent t: 01474 814199 www.meophamleisure.org (See Colour Ad On Page 32)

Celebrating 19 Years!

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t: 01732 222142 www.designmagic.net (See Colour Ad On Page 17)

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15th June t: 01732 220467 m: 07966 825265 c: Rob e: hchelp194@gmail.com Experienced IT Professional providing an in-home service.

Computer setup. Virus removal Software installation.

Internet & email troubleshooting.

Training & advice.

Fixed prices - no hourly rates.

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01622 721000 info@kesuk.net www.kesuk.net Computer support, repairs & upgrades.

Virus and malware removal.

Complete business and home connectivity service.

For additional services see our website.

The Friars, Aylesford Kent ME20 7BX

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DECORATORS

DECORATORS

G J Services

Rathbone Decorating Services t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796 c: Robert (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

a: West Malling t: 01732 850343 m: 07764 684495 t: Guy Williams e: gjservices@btinternet.com Painting Decorating General Maintenance Wall papering Free Estimates

CUT OFF DATE

15th June

CONSERVATORIES

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

Howard Caine Conservatories

Impact Decoration

Roast & Tongue Decorating Specialists

t/f: 01732 321050 m: 07798 867393 e: Andy@HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk www.HowardCaineConservatories.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 22)

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t: 01732 873726 m: 07882 597433 c: Sam Gregory e: info@impact-decoration.co.uk www.impact-decoration.co.uk Kings Hill based, polite and tidy.

Internal and External decoration.

City and Guilds qualified.

Dulux Select Approved Decorator.

Fully insured. Domestic & Commercial clients.Virtually dust free sanding. Paper hanging.

a: 1 Hawkridge Grove, Kings Hill, West Malling, Kent ME19 4JB t/f: 01732 873754 m: 07971 542609/07824 887677 e: m.roast@gmail.com Interior and Exterior Decoration Plastering, Wood repair-care trained (ideal for rotten joinery) Carpentry Wallpapering, Coving, Tiling. City & Guilds Approved, 18 yrs exp.

Insurance & Commercial work.

References on request.

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Choice Painting & Decorating

JP’s Decorating

DG Solutions (Kent) Limited

m: 07761 601896 c: Dean Woolterton e: choicedec@outlook.com

City and Guilds qualified Quality internal and external Painting and decorating Clean, reliable service.

m: 07956 874044 or 07944 126353 c: Phil e: jpcookies4@yahoo.co.uk For all your interior and exterior painting, no job too small.

All quotes guaranteed to beat the rest. I have many years experience.

Kings Hill based.

Domestic/Commercial & insurance.

(References available on request)

Double Glazing Problems Solved Family Business near West Malling t: 01732 842691 m: 07870 213098 e: contact@dgsolutionskent.co.uk www.dgsolutionskent.co.uk DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS TO: Windows, Doors and Conservatories Broken Handles, Hinges, Locks, adjustments, Misted or Cracked Sealed Units, Upgrades, Letter Boxes, Cat Flap Installations.

Free Telephone Advice and Call Out Over 30 years’ experience

DECORATORS

DECORATORS

DOUBLE GLAZING REPAIRS

Eugenia’s Decorating Services The Lady Decorator

Mark Howland

SOS Window Works

General Property Maintenance.

Interior and Exterior Painting.

Decorating and Repairs.

Free Estimates

DRIVEWAYS/PATIO CLEANING & REPAIRS HAIR SALON

m: 07887 936846 e: eugenia.roberts@gmail.com Professional, friendly and reliable service.

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a: Tonbridge t: 01732 359550 m: 07818 404225

t: 01622 206690 m: 07779 006696 e: soswindowworks@virginmedia.com www.soswindowworkskent.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

Bramko Ltd

m: 07899 894838 t: 01732 357660 c: Mark Killick e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 20) DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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Andy Payne Electrical Contractors Domestic & Commercial Electrician Registered with Napit Fully insured and C&G qualified All aspects of electrical work undertaken Landlord safety inspections EICR t: 01732 843661 m: 07830 456928

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FENCING

PBA Electrical & Renewables Ltd

D&T FENCING LTD

t: 01732 247237 e: info@pbaelectrical.com www.pbaelectrical.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 24)

CUT OFF DATE

15th June

info@andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk www.andypayneelectricalcontractors.co.uk

Office: 01732 491518 Mobile: 07834 068835 dannywardell@btinternet.com All types of fencing and gates supplied and erected.

Repairs undertaken.

No job too small.

Free no obligation quotes.

ELECTRICIANS

ELECTRICIANS

FENCING

ASD Electrical Services

PDW Electrical Contractor

S W Yorke & Sons

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

Do you find it difficult to find someone to come and do a small job?

Extra lights, additional sockets, new fuse board or new installation.

Free quotations at a reasonable price.

Reliable service and tidy work.

Local Electrician.

Fully insured service.

t: 01634 624555 m: 07885 605424 e: asdelectricalservices@gmail.com

Celebrating 19 Years!

m: 07970 712158 c: Paul e: pdwelectricalcontractor@gmail.com

a: R/O Malthouse Cottages, Dean Street, East Farleigh, ME15 0PS t: 01622 727171 (See Colour Ad On Page 25) FENCING

Tate + Tonbridge Fencing Limited a: Court Lane Farm, Court Lane, Hadlow, TN11 0DP t: 01732 920122 www.tateandtonbridgefencing.com (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

ELECTRICIANS

EXECUTIVE CARS

FLORIST

CPS Ltd

AA Executive Cars

West Malling Flowers

t: 0800 083 2483 m: 07813 925125 e: sales@cpskent.com www.cpskent.co.uk Domestic and commercial.

Industrial installations.

Maintenance and service.

Electrical installations and rewires.

Remote garden lighting.

Call/door entry systems.

CCTV, Electric gate manufacture.

Gate automation.

ELECTRICIANS

Mob: 07901 776382 Tel: 01622 817021 info@newwaveelectrical.co.uk www.newwaveelectrical.co.uk Fully Insured, No Job too Small FREE quotations Lighting / Power Consumer unit change Partial or full house re wire Fault Finding and Repairs Testing and Inspection Garden Lighting

t: 01732 874769 m: 07979 654231 www.aaexecutiveweddingcars.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

t: 01732 874874

www.westmallingflowers.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 33)

EVENT

FOSTERING

Community Fete & Fun Dog Show

Affinity Fostering

(See Colour Ad On Page 28)

(See Colour Ad On Page 27)

FENCING

GARAGE DOORS

All Seasons Garden Fencing

Garolla Roller Shutter Doors

Sunday 11th June 2023 12noon - 4pm at Tonbridge Castle

t: 01732 844634 m: 07847 717553 (New Number) c: Mark Steward www.allseasonsgardenfencing.co.uk All types of garden fencing & gates. supplied, erected and repaired.

Close boarded.

Panel, post & rail, decking & pagodas.

No job too small.

Approved by 3 local Parish Councils.

Free quotations.

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t: 01245 237158 e: info@affinityfostering.com www.affinityfostering.com

t: 01732 430 273 www.garolla.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Page 21)

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GARDEN SERVICES

HAIRDRESSING - MOBILE

A D Landscapes Ltd

All District Garden Services

Hair Inspirations

a: Ightham t: 01732 763114 m: 07790 036871 c: Antony Dartnell www.adlandscapesltd.co.uk HND Garden Design and HND Landscape Management.

All aspects of hard and soft landscape works undertaken from design to implementation.

Free consultation and estimates.

Portfolio & references available.

Fully insured.

m: 07946 402035 c: Bill e: alldistrictgardenservices@live.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 18)

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GARDEN SERVICES

HAIRDRESSING - MOBILE

Coe’s Landscapes

Sunshine Garden Services

Kelly’s Hairdressing Services

t: 07944 442442 c: Tim Coe e: timcoe36@icloud.com fb: facebook.com/coeslandscapes www.coelandscapes.co.uk Friendly family company Est.1970 All groundwork, footings & drainage undertaken. Large & small scale work.

Free quotes. We cover all of Kent.

Patios and driveways, fencing decking and screening, walling, steps and gates, water features and planting.

Large and small turfing and levelling.

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15th June t: 01622 721423 m: 07711 079014 e: skilton99@hotmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 26)

m: 07359 532068 c: Anna Le Comte e: anna@hairinspirations.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 29)

Celebrating 19 Years!

m: 07951 202655 c: Kelly

Qualified mobile hairdresser.

I am experienced in cutting and colouring and have had advanced training in L’Oreal colour

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

Blaize Services Ltd

t: 01622 430290 m: 07581 154499 c: James e: info@blaizeservicesltd.com (See Colour Ad On Page 20)

Professional and affordable service in the comfort of your own home.

I am polite, friendly and reliable.

GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

GAS & HEATING SERVICES

HALLS FOR HIRE

Marshalls Landscape Contractors

RWS & EA Ltd

Hadlow Village Hall

t: 01732 807997 m: 07768 911241 c: Tom www.marshallslandscapes.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23) GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Mr Mower

m: 07796 200081 c: Carl

t: 01732 871458 c: Robert Baron e: robert.baron4@btinternet.com Central heating.

Vaillant Boiler Specialist.

Servicing, repairs and systems upgrades.

Fully insured.

40 years knowledge and experience.

(See Colour Ad On Page 23) GARDEN LANDSCAPERS

Yew Tree Landscapes Ltd

Dave’s Property Maintenance

Bramko Ltd

Contact Mark Killick on 01732 357660 or 07899 894838 e: mik1969@hotmail.co.uk NPTC Qualified

SPECIALIST In Indian Stone Paving.

Garden Artificial Grass, Driveways, Block paving, Brickwork, Turfing, Decking, Fencing, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Free estimates, fully insured. Experienced & professional service. 25 years experience.

Cleaning from the safety of the ground, up to 3 storeys using Skyvac, accesses above conservatories and extensions. All areas cleaned out.

Free camera inspection and estimate.

From £50.

Also see my drive and patio cleaning advert on page 20.

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Large main hall with stage.

Great for children’s parties, keep fit, sports and wedding receptions.

Kitchen and bar area. Small meeting room. Large free car park.

HANDYMAN

GUTTER CLEANING & REPAIRS

a: Larkfield t: 01732 848179 m: 07850 175077 c: Kevin Kennett e: yewtreelandscapes1@tiscali.co.uk

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a: Williams Field, Marshall Gardens, Hadlow, Kent TN11 0HQ m: 07399 938059 c: John Clark e: info@hadlowvillagehall.org f/b: @hadlowvillagehall www.hadlowvillagehall.org

m: 07873 526169 e: davidnwood66@btinternet.com City & Guilds Qualified Plumber. Taps/ Radiators/Sinks/Toilets replaced/ fitted. Internal Painting (No Wallpapering) Laminate flooring, Wall/ Floor tiling. Small Plastering jobs.

No high ladder work. Fully insured & no callout/quote fee. Fix or repair. All the little jobs welcomed. I will only take on what I can do or recommend someone I know. Reasonable rates.

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HOUSE SIGNS

LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY

DME Property Services

The Bespoke Sign House

Interpro Solutions

m: 07469 202653 e: dmepropertyservice@gmail.com inst: DME Property We offer a range of both internal and external property maintenance.

Wall and floor tiling.

Internal and external painting.

Wallpaper hanging and stripping.

Skirting and coving.

Patios and paving.

Jet washing & other external cleaning.

We are a small, friendly, reliable business offering competitive rates.

www.thebespokesignhouse.com (See Colour Ad On Page 18) HOUSING

Meadow View Court

a: Wateringbury t: 07534 973360 www.rapporthousingandcare.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 33)

m: 07710 725410 e: mark.gedye@interprosolutions.co.uk www.interprosolutions.co.uk/lpa-service LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY - What would happen if you could no longer manage decisions about your financial affairs or health and welfare?

We can help you create your LPA documents.

LEAFLETS

HANDYMAN

the local Oracle Domestic Property Maintenance For All Your Handyman & DIY needs Painting & Decorating - Wallpapering Tiling & Small Carpentry - Shelving Furniture Assembly - Door Hanging Guttering - Hedge Trimming - Gardening Patio and Drive Power Washing Estate Agent Approved. No Job Too Small.

Free Estimates & Friendly Advice Full Public Liability Insurance.

Call Bob on 07726 525633 or email insideoutproperties@hotmail.co.uk

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t: 01732 795777 or 01732 521494 m: 07939 248983 c: Anna or Jane e: info@thelocalorale.co.uk www.thelocaloracle.co.uk

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HANDYMAN

KARATE

LOCKSMITH

KENTS HANDYMAN

Karate Leadership

A.Maidstone Locksmiths

DBS CHECKED | INSURED | GUARANTEED

Tonbridge and Malling m: 07909 847707 www.karateleadershipuk.ninja Our children’s martial arts classes in West Malling & Larkfield are about self development, building confidence and most importantly HAVING FUN! We are confident that our highly successful and proven classes will benefit your child. So why not bring them along and see for yourself by booking a no strings attached FREE trial class.

HEALTHCARE/HEARING

KITCHENS

LOCKSMITH

Hearing Matters Ltd

Dream Doors

ASR Locksmiths

c: Bruce Martin m: 07584 056821 e: bruce@kentshandyman.co.uk Bathrooms | Kitchens | Fencing Carpentry | Renovations | Tiling Doors & Windows | Paving Painting | Locks & Screens Repairs | Carpet deep cleaning Maintenance & More Only taking ‘safe’ jobs at present

a: 26 Kings Hill Avenue, ME19 4AE t: 01732 443655 e: info@hearingmattersltd.co.uk www.hearingmattersltd.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 30)

t: 01622 801548 www.dreamdoors.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 3)

HEALTHCHECKS

Malling Primary Care Network

a: Offham Village Hall, Church Road, Offham, West Malling ME19 5NY Monday 12 June & Monday 10 July

Celebrating 19 Years!

a: 27 Dixon Close, Maidstone ME15 6SS t: 01622 410057 m: 07837 751611 c: John e: john@maidstonelocksmiths.com www.maidstonelocksmiths.com Free estimates.

24 hour emergency service.

Domestic and Commercial.

All types of locks supplied & fitted.

UPVC specialists.

KCC trading standard approved.

m: 07958 301926 e: asrlocksmiths@aol.co.uk www.asrlocksmiths.co.uk 24 Hour.

No call out charge.

Free estimates.

Gain entry.

All locks repaired, replaced or upgraded.

UPVC windows and doors repaired.

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RESTAURANT

LOFT LADDERS

Plastering Solutions

Desh

Tel: 01732 840744 Mobile: 07751 256725 FREE ESTIMATES

e: plasteringsolutionslarkfield@outlook.com

c: David Bartholomew m: 07908 021913

a: West Malling High Street t: 01732 845600 e: info@deshrestaurants.co.uk www.deshrestaurants.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 28)

Loft ladders supplied and fitted with a hinged hatch. Also loft flooring.

Qualified City & Guilds carpenter.

Fully insured for your peace of mind.

All work guaranteed. 30 years exp.

All aspects of plastering Coving Skirting Painting High quality finish Fully insured Free no obligation quotes Over 20 years experience

MALLING ACTION PARTNERSHIP

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

Malling Mail

Aspects Plumbing & Heating

Holland and Holland Roofing Ltd

(See Pages 34-37)

(See Colour Ad On Page 18)

c: Trudy Dean e: dean.j6@outlook.com

MOBILE PHONE & TABLET REPAIR

Get It Repaired

a: 80 Churchill Square, Kings Hill ME19 4YU t: 01732 525818 www.getitrepaired.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Back Page)

Celebrating 19 Years!

t: 01732 671131 c: Jamie

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t: 01622 842069 m: 07939 583618 c: Tom Holland office@hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk www.hollandandhollandroofing.co.uk Flat Roofing Specialists - Installers of high performance flat roofing systems. Our quotes are free of charge and arranged at a time that’s convenient for you. All work is insuranced backed guaranteed.

Members of the Confederation of Roofing Contractors. (CORC)

MORTGAGE ADVICER

PLUMBERS

ROOFING

Urban Sticks Mortgage Solutions Ltd

Hylton Plumbing Services

William Kent & Sons Roofing

a: Maidstone t: 07821 152212 e: info@oliverwellbeing.co.uk www.oliverwellbeing.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 33)

Maintenance plumbing Burst pipes Hot water cylinders Blocked drains Radiators Leaking taps New loft tanks

All roof work undertaken: roofing repairs, renewals, flat roofs, new roofs, lead work, slate, tiles & chimneys. UVPC fascias & soffits & guttering. Lofts insulated fitted.

All exterior decorating.

All work guaranteed.

No job too small. Free quotation.

Family run business.

Registered waste carrier.

OVEN CLEANERS

PLUMBERS

RUNNING CLUB

Oven Wizards

K&B Plumbing & Heating Ltd

Larkfield Athletics Club

t: 0800 612 8322 e: enquiries@urbansticks.co.uk www.urbansticks.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 17) OSTEOPATH

Oliver Wellbeing

t: 01622 616168 m: 07751 833305 www.ovenwizards.com Your oven, hob and extractor will sparkle like new! Our non-toxic process uses in-van cleaning tanks, no caustics in your home, makes no smell or mess, leaves your oven gleaming and ready to use straightaway. Prices from £49. Established in 2006, used and trusted by 1000’s of local clients. Take a look at our website to see reviews from local customers.

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a: West Malling t: 01732 843086 m: 07970 528822 e: hylton@hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk www.hyltonplumbingservices.co.uk

t: freephone 0800 6894651 e: contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk www.kandbplumbing.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 21) PRINTERS

Scarbutts Printers t: 01732 870066 www.scarbutts.com

(See Colour Ad On Page 16)

t: 01732 824059 m: 07778 586865

e: larkfieldac@gmail.co.uk www.larkfielac.co.uk

TUESDAYS 7.30pm - Options of 5K or 10K runs.

WEDNESDAYS - Track training for strength & speed THURSDAYS - Coached swimming - Running strength & speed (alt. weeks) Group cycling (See Colour Ad On Page 31)

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UPHOLSTERY

TLC Scrap Metal

Interior Decor

t: 07804 057096 c: Tom Calvert

Man with flat-bed truck available for free metal collection.

Clearance work undertaken 90% of rubbish recycled.

Fully licensed to remove and transport scrap and rubbish.

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a: Decor House, Walnut Tree Farm Ryarsh, West Malling, Kent ME19 5LJ t: 01732 871042 e: interiordecor@hotmail.co.uk Furniture Recovered; Cushion refilling service. Handmade curtains, blinds of all types supplied and fitted.

Est: over 30 years Highly recommended City and Guilds qualified.

TAXI SERVICE

WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

This space can be yours from just £29+vat per month and go to 19,000 homes and businesses from Wateringbury through Larkfield, Leybourne and over to Holborough and Aylesford.

Not just Kings Hill & West Malling.

CC Travel

Humphrey & Scace

Gatwick from £70 Heathrow from £100 Local to long distance

(See Colour Ad On Page 15)

SHUTTERS

TREE SURGERY

m: 07703 803468 c: Colin e: colincooper39@gmail.com

Licensed & insured to carry 8 people.

FREE onboard Wifi.

Reliable, friendly, door to door service based in East Malling.

Based in West Malling, supplying and fitting the highest quality, bespoke window plantation shutters.

Free no obligation survey.

Local, friendly service.

3 year guarantee.

t: 01732 810695 m: 07734 087425 c: Amanda & Mathew Everest e: handetrees@outlook.com

www.handetrees.co.uk

(See Colour Ad On Front Page)

NPTC qualified and fully insured.

All aspects of tree, hedge and stump grinding work carried out. We are a local friendly business. We offer a professional service from start to finish. All our quotes are free.

SOLICITORS

TREE SURGERY

Diligent Law Solicitors

M. D. Tree Care & Landscaping

a: 20 Churchill Square, ME19 4YU t: 01732 316000 e: info@diligentlaw.co.uk www.diligentlaw.co.uk (See Colour Ad On Page 14)

t: 01634 323960 m: 07748 848598 c: Matthew Dighton e: matthewdighton@gmail.com (See Colour Ad On Page 23)

t: 01732 757071 e: info@lakerlegal.co.uk www.lakerlegal.co.uk

thelocaloracle.co.uk WILL WRITING & ESTATE PLANNING

a: Springfield House, Maidstone, Kent ME14 2LP t: 01622 934887 m: 07825 575826 c: Ruth Pannell MA (Cantab) TEP e: enquiries@islalaw.co.uk www.islalaw.co.uk Wills, Lasting Power of Attorney & Probate.

Family business based in Maidstone.

Over 10 years' experience.

Fully regulated and insured.

Fair, fixed fees agreed in advance.

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WINDOWS

SOLICITORS

Laker Legal Solicitors

View online now

Isla Law Ltd

Stylehouse Shutters

t: 01732 752121 m: 07962 356184 e: hello@stylehouseshutters.co.uk www.stylehouseshutters.co.uk

t: 01732 252540 e: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk www.humphreyandscace.co.uk

Celebrating 19 Years!

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Acorn Glassline

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£190.00

Arrange Mirror Wills today for only Save inc VAT £70

£250.00

Ask us about:

• Lasting Power of Attorney • Protective Property Trusts • Vulnerable Persons Trusts • Young Persons Trusts ● Nil LifeRate Interest • Band Trusts Trusts • Probate • Equity Release To arrange an appointment call: 01732 252540

01622 320079 • 01892 800198 • 01474 770157

www.humphreyandscace.co.uk email us: info@humphreyandscace.co.uk

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Brochures • Magazines Stationery • Leaflets Litho & Digital Printing 01732 870066 print@scarbutts.com www.scarbutts.com

St Michaels Close, Forstal Road, Aylesford, Maidstone, Kent ME20 7BU

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Richard Hills Cert CII 07753 335044 Independent Commercial Insurance Broker I am an appointed representative based near West Malling, so for all your Business Insurance requirements please contact myself today.

e: richard.hills@westfieldinsurance.co.uk www.westfieldinsurance.co.uk

Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

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HOME & GARDEN

ALL DISTRICT GARDEN SERVICES

ASPECTS

PLUMBING & HEATING

All types of fencing & gates supplied & fitted.

All trellis work & fence repairs undertaken.

Fully insured.

All garden work carried out.

All rubbish cleared.

Plumbing, Heating, Boilers, Tanks, Cylinders, Showers, Taps and much more.

Call Bill on

Call Jamie

07946 402035

alldistrictgardenservices@live.co.uk

01732 671 131

House Signs & Door Numbers All our signs are handmade to order in our Kent workshop. Ideal for houses, horse stables, sheds, holiday homes and more!

Prices start from just £25.99 at:

www.thebespokesignhouse.com SCAN WITH YOUR CAMERA TO MAKE A SIGN

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HOME & GARDEN

DRIVE & PATIO CLEANING SPECIALIST

• Full heating installations, system upgrades and maintenance.

d h an Was block d . n a res from £75 g pavin tio slabs Pa £45. from

BRAMKO LTD

Gutter Cleanin Repair g & s from £50 * Free camera inspec tion

• Boiler replacements, breakdowns and servicing.

• Annual gas safety inspections.

• Vented and unvented domestic

hot water cylinders.

Complete bathroom installations.

• General plumbing.

parkContact us on 07581 154499 or 01622 430290 info@blaizeservicesltd.com

Block paving, patio slabs & decking restored to original condition. Weed, moss & grime removal to prevent slippery surfaces and repairs.

Established 18 years FREE Estimate and advice.

Please call Mark Killick 01732 357660 | 07899 894838 mik1969@hotmail.co.uk

Search Bramko Ltd for 5* reviews

HOMEFRESH CARPETS (Average) Normal Rate Special Rate Single Room (12’x12’) £ 72 Through Room (12x18’) £ 86 Hall, Stairs & Landing £ 86

£ 36 £ 43 £ 43

UPHOLSTERY 3 Piece Suite Leather 3 Piece Suite

£ 114 £ 176

£ 57 £ 88

CURTAINS Full length Half length

£ 104 £ 72

£ 52 £ 36

No Hidden Extras All prices inclusive of VAT. FREE PHONE 0800 6942024 THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH EAST Office Hours: 9am-7pm (Sat 10am-1pm)

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All aspects of carpentry Specialising in Kitchens Bathrooms Bespoke woodwork Refurbishments Restoration Building projects

07884 421650

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HOME & GARDEN

Freephone 0800 6894651 contact@kandbplumbing.co.uk kandbplumbing.co.uk K-B-Plumbing-and-Heating-Ltd

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• All aspects of plumbing works (leaks, tap replacements) • Bathroom Installations • Boiler Installations • Boiler Breakdowns • Boiler Services • Gas Safety Checks • Drain Jetting (Blocked Drains) • Drainge CCTV surveys • Gutter Repairs • Chlorination and water hygiene works.

• Mastic Works • Tiling

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Marshalls Landscape Contractors Turfing, Fencing, Driveways, Block Paving, Patios, Decking and Rotivating.

Full landscaping service.

Fully insured.

City & Guilds.

All work undertaken currently comes with a 3 year guarantee.

Contact: Tom Mobile: 07768 911241 or 01732 807997 Unit 1, Hernewell Farm, London Road West Malling, ME19 5DD www.marshallslandscapes.com www.facebook.com/MarshallsKent/

M C Construction

t: 01732 642611 m: 07841 658821 m-c-construction@hotmail.com All aspects of building work and property renovations. Bathrooms, kitchens, full house refurbs to extensions and new builds.

Call for a free quote. Fully insured and reliable.

Check out our Instagram page mc__construction

Rathbone Decorating Services t: 01622 721491 m: 07753 487796 Painting and decorating.

Interior and exterior.

Special rates for pensioners.

Wallpapering and coving.

Free estimates. Friendly personal services.

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MR MOWER Landscaping and Lawn Specialists ● Lawn mowing ● Hedge cutting ● Fencing ● Landscaping ● Astro turf ● Decking ● Patios

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www.pbaelectrical.com

EV Charger specialist ● Solar PV design and installation ● Battery storage ● Electrical installation ● Rewires ● Testing and Inspection Commercial and Domestic electrical contractor Fully insured and NICEIC Approved Contact our friendly team today to discuss your requirements.

T: 01732 247237 E: info@pbaelectrical.com

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S. W. Yorke & Sons Ltd Fencing & Timber Supplies Summer Offers Huge Stocks & Great Prices On

Fencing, Sleepers, Softwood, Hardwood & Composite Decking & Claddings, Cedar & Larch Par & Mouldings, Structural C24 Timbers, Sheet Materials, Tools & Fixings Or Anything Timber Related, If We Don’t Have It, We Can Probably Get It!

Call us For a Great Price and Fast Efficient Delivery

01622 727171 Crane Offload Delivery Available Trade and Retail Sales Welcome R/O Malthouse Cottages, Dean Street East Farleigh, Maidstone, Kent ME15 0PS DON’T FORGET TO MENTION THE LOCAL ORACLE

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HOME & GARDEN

Sunshine Garden Services

Contact us on: 07711 079014 or 01622 721423 Email: skilton99@hotmail.com

Call for your free quote!

Hi, welcome to our gardening business.

We are based in Barming, studied Horticulture at Hadlow and have a number of services available such as....

Ground Clearance, Hedgecutting, General Garden Care, Bedding Maintenance including weeding, Planting and Pruning, Lawn Maintenance including Cutting and Strimming, Hard Landscaping.

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AA EXECUTIVE EXECUTIVE CARS EST 1977

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S RIDE KS 20th August

8-mile gentle ride

£27.50 per rider

Saddle up, help save lives

Rosette for every rider

Bilsington Priory Estate, Ashford, Kent

Come together for a cuppa and slice of something nice this summer!

Get your free pack today

aakss.org.uk/cuppa

Sign up today

aakss.org.uk/kssride Charity no. 1021367

Charity no. 1021367

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Leaflet Print & Distribution 5,000 x A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£295+vat

10,000 A6, double sided leaflets, printed and delivered for just

£550+vat

Give us a call or drop us an email.

01732 521494 or 01732 795777

info@thelocaloracle.co.uk

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Hair Inspirations by Anna Le Comte Specialising in all aspects of Hairdressing Diploma trained by Loreal and Wella, my professional and friendly mobile Hairdressing service offering a range of services at a day and time to suit you.

Fully Qualified, 30 years salon experience.

Creative cutting and specialist colouring services.

As an established salon business for many years , I can now offer a fully professional mobile hairdressing service in your home to cover all age groups.

Tel/Whatsapp: 07359 532068

Email: anna@hairinspirations.co.uk

Please leave a message or email as I might be attending an appointment.

Follow me on Instagram: hair_inspirations.garlinge

Covering Kings Hill, Leybourne, West Malling, Wateringbury and surrounding areas.

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MALLING MAIL Addington Birling East Malling Kings Hill Larkfield Leybourne Mereworth Offham Ryarsh West Malling

THE LCG BUDDY SCHEME NEEDS YOU! The LCG Befriending Service, also known as the Buddy Scheme, is run by the Larkfield Community Group. The aim of the scheme is to help alleviate isolation and loneliness in the Larkfield area, by having volunteers who make regular visits to people in their own homes for an hour or so a week.

The elderly, disabled, and people living alone often feel isolated, unnoticed, and forgotten.

Similarly, people with early stages of dementia can sometimes be cut off from normal social interaction, which only increases the decline in their mental health. Befriending visits are tremendously helpful in battling the problem of loneliness and isolation because they show people that others care about them and that they have somebody that they can talk to. For people without family members close by, this support can be invaluable. “Research shows that befriending helps people reconnect with their community and reduce loneliness.” - Age UK. When you volunteer one hour of your time, you positively transform two lives, both yours and your clients. Our volunteers are making a real, invaluable impact on the lives of lonely and isolated people.

If you are over 18, friendly, compassionate, a good listener and have a spare hour or so during the day, and would like to volunteer to be a Buddy, or want to know more, please contact Jackie on: 07563 196479 or email: larkfieldcommunitygroup@gmail.com

Three quarters of GPs surveyed have said they are seeing between one and five people a day suffering with loneliness, which is linked to a range of damaging health impacts, like heart disease, strokes and Alzheimer’s disease.

Around 200,000 older people have not had a conversation with a friend or relative in more than a month.

A number of studies attest to the fact that befriending helped (people) re-engage with their local community and participate in more social activities, often as a result of increased self-confidence.

- avco.org.uk Befriending Networks Report.

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COME AND JOIN US - SINGING IS GOOD FOR YOU! West Malling Community Choir is an inclusive and very friendly group bringing local people together to enjoy singing and making music.

We have over 100 members.

Following the COVID Pandemic and the need for social distancing when we could meet again in person, we have made a welcome return to West Malling and now meet every Tuesday evening at St Thomas More Church from 7.15 pm to 8.45pm.

We celebrated our 10th anniversary last year which included an Anniversary Party and joint concert with Mixed Blessings in February, a Platinum Jubilee concert in June and a tour to Somerset in October, singing with the Frome Good Afternoon Choir. Also on tour we took the opportunity to sing informally in Wells Cathedral Chapter House and Salisbury Cathedral.

The choir’s repertoire and reputation has grown significantly over the ten years as West Malling Community Choir has performed joint concerts with other choirs locally, further afield and in France, sung in Rochester and Canterbury Cathedrals and in London venues including the Royal Albert Hall.

Our next performances are at Knole House Sevenoaks, on 1st July.

(Keep an eye on the Knole House website ) and with Invicta Jazz Orchestra on 7th October.

To join or get more info contact westmallingcc@hotmail.co.uk

HAVING TROUBLE GETTING OUT? Kent Karrier is a transport service using wheelchair friendly minibuses and experienced drivers. If you are over 85, live in a rural area more than 500 meters from a bus stop or railway station, and have a mobility difficulty or other medical condition that makes travelling on public transport difficult, you can book this door to door service.

Pickups begin at 9.30 am and the return journeys from Maidstone run from 12.30 pm. KK pick up on Mondays at Addington, Aylesford, Birling, Burham, Ditton, Larkfield, Leybourne, Ryarsh Snodland and Wouldham, to go to Maidstone. On Tuesday the service picks up at East Malling, Mereworth, Offham, Wateringbury and West Malling again to go to Maidstone.

The fee is currently between £2.50 and £3.30. Ring 03000 413567 to book.

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Malling and District Repair Cafe 10.30am to 1.30pm Sat 17 June Sat 15th July Sat 19th August

Refreshments

Larkfield Village Hall New Hythe Lane, ME20 6PU Larkfield Village Hall (As above) East Malling Village Hall New Road, ME19 6DD

Repairs free of charge, contributions welcome. Repairs in: ceramics, computer/IT, Electrical, mechanical eg., bicycles, jewellery, sewing/knitting, knife/tool sharpening, textiles, woodwork.

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Farmer’s Markets West Malling 9.30 - 1.30pm West Malling High Street Parking in Tesco car park and opposite Bull Pub, High Street.

Sunday June 25th Sunday July 23rd Sunday August 27th Stalls selling vegetables, fresh and smoked fish, sausages and game, bakery, plants, cheeses, cakes, eggs, honey and beeswax products, jams and chutneys, craft jewellery, garden ornaments, occasional guest stalls.

MALLING MAIL - JUNE 2023

UP FOR SUMMER MALLING SOCIETY GUIDED TOUR OF PADDLE STEAMER “MEDWAY QUEEN” June 13th

One of the ‘little ships’ taking part in the Dunkirk evacuation, the Medway Queen is now undergoing restoration at Gillingham Pier, restored and open to public viewing.

To book tickets for this trip phone David Thornewell on 01732 847415.

MALLING SOCIETY 18th June and 23rd July Photographic exhibition at the ‘Twitch Inn’ Cellar Museum, Douces Manor, St Leonards Street, West Malling ‘History of West Malling from its earliest buildings’. And explore the fascinating history of the ‘Twitch’ itself.

(Please use the High Street Car parks).

July 11th, 7pm West Malling Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling ‘Folklore & Flowers, Myths & Legends’

by Sophie Leathart who gained her RHS qualification in horticulture at Hadlow College.

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Useful Numbers • Alzheimer’s Society 01892 835498 • Multiple Sclerosis Society - SE Kent Branch 08453 970543

• Mereworth Village Hall Contact: Rebecca Simmons on 01732875963 and e-mail Mereworth.bookings@hotmail.com

COUNCIL

• Offham Village Hall Contact: bookingsoffhamvillagehall@gmail.com

• Tonbridge & Malling BC, Gibson Building, Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 844522

• Ryarsh Church Hall (Anita Parkins) 01732 842232

DOCTORS • Aylesford Medical Centre, 01622 885880 • Kings Hill & Leybourne 01732 870212 • Chaucer Way, Larkfield 01732 841213 • 14 Pelican Court, Wateringbury 01622 814466 • Snodland Medical Centre 01634 240296

HOSPITAL

• Ryarsh Village Hall Contact: Booking Secretary Ba Storey Mobile 07891 307833, and e mail ryarshbookings@gmail.com • The Brassy Centre Contact: 01622 719366 admin@aylesford-church.org.uk • The Granary, Larkfield 01732 844546 • Trottiscliffe Village Hall Contact: Jacqui Peachy – 01732 823630

SAMARITANS • FREEPHONE 116 123

SCHOOLS •B rookfield Infants School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 840955 •B rookfield Junior School, Swallow Road, Larkfield 01732 843667 •T he Discovery School, Discovery Drive, Kings Hill 01732 847000 •H olmesdale Technology College, Malling Road, Snodland ME6 5HS office@holmesdale.kent.sch.uk 01634 240416 •L eybourne St Peter & Paul Primary School, Rectory Lane North, Leybourne 01732 842008

• Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone 01622 729000

• Snodland Community Centre Contact: Bookings Sectretary info@snodlandcommunitycentre.org 07714 998127

LIBRARY

• Wateringbury Village Hall 075 3532 0552

•K ings Hill Pre School, 70 Gibson Drive, Kings Hill 01732 840180

• 22-24 High Street, West Malling 03000 413131 (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

• West Malling Village Hall (WMVH) Contact: Shirley Jacobs 07947 924713

•K ings Hill School, Crispin Way, Kings Hill, West Malling 01732 842739

• Library Service (Mobile) Call for fortnightly stops. http://www.kent.gov.uk/leisure_and_ culture/libraries/services_for_everyone/ mobile_libraries.aspx • Snodland Library, 15-17 High Street, Snodland, ME6 5DA (Saturday 9am-1pm, Closed on Mondays. Tuesdays to Fridays 9am-6pm)

LOCAL HALLS • Aylesford Village Community Centre, 01622 717473 • Aylesford Village Club 01622 716056 • Addington Village Hall ``addingtonvillagehall@gmail.com • Church Farm Hall 01732 844546 • The East Malling Centre 01732 864314 office.eastmallingcentre@gmail.com • East Malling Village Hall 01732 844546 • East Malling Institute, Mill Street Contact: Roger Roud 01732 840828 • Kings Hill Community Centre (KHCC) Contact: Hannah Usher 01732 220919 bookings@kingshillparish.gov.uk • Larkfield Village Hall 01732 844546 • Leybourne Village Hall 01732 873722

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• Lunsford Primary School, Swallow Road 001732 843352

PHARMACIES • Boots, 85-87 High Street, West Malling 01732 843389 • Delmergate Oaks Pharmacy, Royal British Legion Village, Aylesford 01622 882386 • Kings Hill Pharmacy, 6 Liberty Square 01732 845612

•M ereworth County Primary School, 39 The Street, Mereworth 01622 812569 •M ereworth Pre-school, Mereworth Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Mereworth 01732 870456 •M ore Park RC Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling 01732 843047 •O ffham Primary School, Church Road, Offham 01732 842355

• Paydens Ltd, 12 Martin Square, Larkfield 01732 843203

•R yarsh Primary School, Birling Road, Ryarsh 01732 870600

POLICE • Police Community Support Officer Kings Hill, Ditton, Offham, Addington, Trottisliffe. Amy.sears@kent.police.uk 07866 229672 • Kent Police 101 • TMBC Community Warden Supervisor Martin Smith 07969 584173 • Maidstone Police Control Centre 101 Neighbourhood Police Officers.

Community Warden - Ditton Susan Absolon 07813 712081

RSPCA • RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre, 199 Castle Way, Leybourne, Kent ME19 5HW 0300 1230751

•S t James the Great Primary School, Chapman Way, East Malling 01732 841912 •S t Katherine’s School, St Katherine’s Lane, Snodland, Kent ME6 5EJ (www.stkatherineskent.co.uk) 01634 240061 •T he Malling School, Beech Road, East Malling 01732 840995 • T rottiscliffe C of E Primary School, School Lane, Trottiscliffe 01732 822803 •W est Malling C of E Primary School, Norman Road, West Malling 01732 842061

TRAINS • National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50

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Events MONDAYS

WEDNESDAYS

SATURDAYS

9.30-11am Platt Stay & Play at Platt Memorial Hall. plattstayandplay@hotmail.com to book.

(2nd) 1-4pm DamARA (Ditton & Malling) Active Retirement Club meet at Ditton Community Centre. Tel: 01622 297150 for info.

(2nd) Mid Kent Embroidery & Textiles Group meet at Aylesford Village Hall, Forstal Rd. For info, contact Karin, mketgroup21@gmail.com

1.30-4pm Aylesford Short Mat Bowls Club.

Aylesford Village CC. Call Ted 07913 914851

9am – 12 noon Woodwork for Wellbeing, Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, ME19 5NA Tel. 01732 870002

10-11.15am Adult Elementary Ballet Addington Village Hall 11.15-12.30 Adult Improvers Ballet - Addington Village Hall 12-2pm Community Cosy Club at Kings Hill Community Centre. Free of change.

12pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane for beginners.

(3rd) 2.30pm – 4.30pm Time Together at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent. ME19 5NA. Meet new people in the café for a cuppa and a chat Tel. 01732 870002

THURSDAYS

1pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Easy level.

9:30-10:30am Yoga at Addington VH, 3/118/12. Call Machelle on 07540433892 to book

2pm Over 50s line dancing at Larkfield VH, New Hythe Lane. Adv dancers 01732 870715

(1st & 3rd) 10am-12pm The Hub from St Gabriel’s Kings Hill at Cricket Pavilion £1

(2nd) 2-4pm Mothers’ Union meets at St. Mary’s Church, West Malling. 01732 843964

(2nd) 11am to 12 noon. The Arts Society host Lectures at Ryarsh VH. Guests welcome

(1st) 2.30–4.30pm Memory Café, Spadework, Teston Rd, Offham, ME19 5NA 01732 870002

(1st & 3rd) 12.30-2.30pm Silver Lunch Club at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way.

3.15-4.45pm After School Club at The East Malling Centre

(2nd) 2pm Leybourne Active Retirement Assoc. meet at Leybourne VHl. Roy 01732 846050

7.30pm Kings Hill Rotary Club. Contact to find out more. khrc09@yahoo.com

(3rd) 2-4pm Kings Hill Active Retirement Assoc. meet at KHCC. Call Richard on 01732 845717

(3rd) 8pm Malling Lions meet at The Wealden Hall 773 London Road Larkfield, ME20 6DE

(3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield WI at Church Farm, New Hythe Lane. Contact Rachel 07816 644010

TUESDAYS

(Last) 8-10pm Malling Art Club, Offham VH Visitors welcome. Jackiehart011@gmail.com

9.30am – 12.30pm Time to Grow, Commnunity Gardening at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA 01732 870002

8.30 - 10.00pm Hartley Morris Men practice at Wrotham. Call 07983 107934

10-11am Ballet Workout - Addington Village Hall

9.30am–12.30pm Time to Grow, Commnunity Gardening at Spadework, Teston Road, Offham, Kent ME19 5NA 01732 870002

10-12.30pm Citizens Advice at The East Malling Centre, Chapman Way. ME19 6BN (P28) 2-3.30pm Sycamore Tree Craft Group at Larkfield Methodist Church Sylvia 01634 245767 7pm Malling Rotary Club. Contact for more info: www.malling-rotary.org.uk .30pm Group running from Larkfield Leisure 7 Centre. All welcome. www.larkfieldac.co.uk

FRIDAYS

11am Health Walk from The East Malling Centre

SUNDAYS 10am St Gabriel’s, Kings Hill Church of England Holy Communion/Eucharist at DiscoverySchool, Kings Hill.

9.30-1.30pm Farmer’s Market West Mallng in the High Street. (See page

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(3rd) 2-4pm Larkfield Active Retirement Association meets at Larkfield Village Hall. call Chris Baker on 01732 873705.

8-10pm The Heath Players at East Malling Institute, Mill Street. Lewis on 07703 813100.

...ALSO THIS MONTH Saturday 10th June Family Open Day at Meopham Leisure Centre, Wrotham Road. (See Page 32 for Details) Sunday 11th June 10am-3pm. Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom. New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE Sunday 11th June 11.30-6pm Picnic In The Park. Live music, kids tent, food stalls and more. (See Page 36 for details) Sunday 11th Jun 12noon-4pm Community Fete and Fun Dog Show at Tonbridge Castle. (See page 28 for details) Sunday 11th June Music in Malling presents Earth, Water, Air and Fire. (See Page 36 for details) Saturday 17th June 12-3pm Ryarsh Primary School Summer Fete, Birling Road Saturday 17th June 7.30pm Paddock Wood Choral Society presents A Choral Cornucopia at St Andrew’s Church, PW. Sunday 2nd July 1-5pm Picnic On The Rec at Larkfield Recreation Ground (See Page 37 for details) Sunday 9th July 10am-3pm Open Day, Ditton Heritage Centre & Victorian Classroom. New Rd, Ditton, ME20 6AE

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